Pitaya Petroglyphs

A series of petroglyphs in high relief, Pitaya is believed to be 3000 years old. The carvings take the shape of 30 distinct types of flora, fauna and hunting scenes, in a field of rocks and stones about 100 meters square. From the site you can see the Utcumbamba River and dense vegetation native to the region.

Location Access

Province:

Chachapoyas

Distance:

Time:

20 kilometers from the city of Chachapoyas

30 minutes by car and an hour on foot

District:

Huancas

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Site Details

Entrance Fee:

Opening Hours:

Museum & Other Services:

Free entry

Monday to Sunday 8:00 – 12:00 and 13:00 – 17:00

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